Some analysts say the coming leadership change at EOG Resources (EOG +0.3%) makes a takeover more possible, with Chevron (CVX) and Statoil (STO) seen as potential suitors. EOG is “an attractive target from the perspective of a super-high-quality asset base in all the right plays in the U.S.,” an RBC analyst says. With CEO Mark Papa leaving in June, “it does increase the possibility” of a deal.

Marriott International is testing out new in-room entertainment in eight hotels across its chain (which is, admittedly, a relatively small test considering the chain operates more than 4,000 properties in over eighty countries) that includes the ability to watch Netflix, Hulu, or listen to Pandora from the high-def television in the room.

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Pandora
Analysts praise Pandora’s leadership position in online music streaming and see strength in the company’s ad growth numbers. Local ad revenue grew by 118 percent year-over-year in 3Q14, and analysts see continued strength in mobile ad growth as well. In addition, the report lists improving industry relationships, increasing in-car usage and potential for international expansion as reasons to like the stock.

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